Mane Announces Revamped France Fine Fragrance Creative Center Management Structure

Oct 16th, 2023

Pierre Parra will lead Mane's commercial and category teams, focused on customer-led growth, innovation and preserving family culture.

Pierre Parra will lead Mane's commercial and category teams, focused on customer-led growth, innovation and preserving family culture.

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Mane has announced its latest management structure within the company's France Fine Fragrance Creative Center.

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Pierre Parra has been appointed director of Fine Fragrances France, with over 20 years of experience working for leaders in the luxury and beauty industry such as L'Oreal, LVMH, SHISEIDO and HERMES. He will lead Mane's commercial and category teams, focused on customer-led growth, innovation and preserving family culture.

Stephane Trillaud brings over 20 years of experience in the fragrance industry with IFF, Symrise and Firmenich.

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